Askas Village in Brief
The village of Askas in the district of Pitsilia is situated southwest of Nicosia, at an altitude of about 900m above sea level. Its main features are the steep mountains which the river Askas crosses, deep valleys and various streams. The villagers' main occupation is viniculture, the cultivation of vegetables and pulses, fruit trees, olive trees as well as almond, hazelnut and walnut trees. Goats are bred mainly for the villagers' needs. Here you ...

The village of Polemi, known as such since the Byzantine times, is situated on the northeast of Paphos. The village falls under the umbrella of vine-villages in the Limassol-Paphos district. To be more specific, it stands at a distance of seventeen kilometers from the city of Paphos or to put it differently, the west coast of the village is three kilometers away from the central Paphos-Polis road artery. What is more, the roadway connects Polemi on the northeast with Psathi and with Tsada on the southeast ...

Latchi a picturesque fishing village situated on the North West Coast. Before tourism had discovered Latchi its main industry apart from fishing was the exportation of sea sponges. The main focal point of Latchi is the fishing harbour sporting fishing boats bobbing gently on the clear waters weighed down with nets, wicker baskets and the catch of the day. Fresh fish can be sampled in one of the many small stone build tavernas surrounding the harbour; a popular eating place for the locals. Sun worshippers and ...

Polis is a perfect resort for couples an families looking for a quiet holiday in a picturesque countryside setting. Holiday transfers from Paphos International airport take around one hour. This gives you plenty of time to look around the other areas of Cyprus and see the scenery that it has to offer. It also gives you time to gain an understanding of the location of your resort and your accommodation within your resort. The nearest beach to Polis is half a mile away and is set in an attractive setting. Changing rooms can ...

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Students condemn ‘TRNC’ anniversary
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Students condemn ‘TRNC’ anniversary

HUNDREDS of students took part in islandwide protest demonstrations yesterday to mark the anniversary of the declaration of independence of the ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ on November 15, 1983.

A heavy police presence accompanied the demonstrations at the Ledra Palace checkpoint and tensions rose briefly as some of the youths demonstrating began to throw stones. A car with Turkish Cypriot registration plates was damaged by students waving Greek flags. According to police the damage was not severe and the tension soon dispersed. No arrests were made.

“We’re going to burn a flag that’s big and red,” and “the only good Turk is a dead Turk,” were just some of the chants shouted out by the demonstrators, some of whom wore intifada-style scarves

The demonstrations were simultaneously also held to commemorate the student uprising against the military junta in Greece on November 17, 1973.

A concert to commemorate both anniversaries with the Greek singer Laurentius Maheritsas was held at the Tassos Papadopoulos Eleftheria stadium in Nicosia between 11am and 1:30pm.

Youth leaders commented that: “Today, 26 years after the illegal declaration of the pseudo-state, we would like to send the crystal-clear message that the students of Cyprus reject unconditionally … the invasion and occupation.”

Students in Limassol, Larnaca, Paralimni and Paphos took part in simultaneous demonstrations against the ‘TRNC’.

“The youth of Cyprus give the message that they will continue courageously the effort for … the reunification of our homeland,” said Andreas Pyras, president of the Youth Association before stating the support of the students and youth movement for the federalised solution being worked on by President Christofias.

Demonstrations and marches against the ‘TRNC’ and in commemoration of the 1973 students’ uprising in Greece are also planned across the island today.

The Pancyprian union of students (POFEN and PSEM) also delivered a resolution against the occupation to the UN headquarters in Nicosia.